Mervyn Chen
Director and Managing Partner
Wintell & Co Law Firm
More informationThe shipping practice at Wintell & Co Law Firm utilises its vast knowledge of the sector to advise on marine casualties, shipbuilding, international trade, and bill of lading issues. The firm is praised for its ‘unique' expertise within the maritime field and is a go-to for both non-litigation and litigation maritime-related matters. Both wet and dry maritime and shipping mandates are within the scope of the team, which is led by Mervyn Chen. Chen is an expert in complicated commercial litigation and transactions, especially those involving collisions, fires, explosions, and personal injury. Nautical specialist Cunqiang Cai, maritime lawyer James Hu, and Taijin-based Hailong Li are also key to the team, as well as Jason Chen, Changqing Yu, Jasmine Liu, and Liang Chen.
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‘We were greatly impressed by the legal services of Wintell & Co and consider the firm one of greatest law firms in China in the shipping industry, given the comprehensive legal knowledge and strategic problem-solving technics the firm acquires.’
'Mervyn Chen and Liang Chen are very familiar with the shipping businesses and applicable laws and regulations in the PRC. They also know very well the latest case precedents which serve as useful references in handling our legal disputes in the shipping industry.’
‘The firm is unique in the field of maritime business. The lawyers in its team have a background in maritime academics and study abroad, and have practical experience in navigation and shipping. Compared with other law firms, the team handles maritime disputes more professionally and efficiently. The team also provides non-litigation and special services in the maritime field, using its solid foundation and rich creativity.'
‘We have a long-term cooperative relationship with Hailong Li. He is very good at grasping the key points and proposing practical and effective solutions in complex maritime cases. He interprets the proper meaning of legal services with professionalism, diligence and pragmatism, and is a trustworthy long-term partner.’
‘Wintell is a solid maritime and disputes practice with corporate capability. It is also a young practice with a good gender balance. These qualities make it a safe choice for most parties seeking representation in the transportation sector.'
‘Wintell & Co has a well experienced team in shipping law and they are skilled in the settlement of disputes. Wintell has a lot of experienced partners to manage their business and services, and they also have plenty of young and motivated solicitors to assist their legal services. We think Wintell can provide very excellent service to their clients. ’
‘The team has motivation, skill in settlement, focus on excellence, shipping law services, ability to execute the lawsuits, and various legal resources.'
‘The law firm has a very professional maritime team, providing professional legal support for marine insurance companies. In recent years, it has provided a lot of solutions to the issue of parallel maritime litigation, and the agency cases have also been recognised by the Supreme Court. At the same time, they also provide new possibilities in solving legal issues related to sanctions, providing clients with a variety of choices.'
Work highlights
- Represented the insurer China Continent Property & Casualty Insurance Co in an insurance claim in respect of the vessel 'SAGAN' arising out of vessel stranding.
- Representing the Panamanian general cargo vessel MV 'Sea Justice' in a case after her collision with the anchored Liberian oil tanker MT 'A Symphony' in dense fog, off Qingdao port.
- Advised ABC Financial Leasing Co on a finance leasing transaction in respect of one new-building offshore wind-turbines installment vessel.
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Mervyn Chen